Jocón de Pollo (Green Chicken Stew, No Rice/Tortillas)
Keto Jocón de Pollo (Green Chicken Stew with Keto Sides)
Yes, with a tweak: request no rice or tortillas. About 15g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Guatemalan food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A vibrant green chicken stew characterized by its unique blend of tomatillos, cilantro, and green onions. The chicken is simmered until tender in this aromatic sauce. Modified for keto by omitting rice and tortillas, and ensuring no flour or masa is used for thickening.
Key ingredients
Chicken thighs/legs, tomatillos, cilantro, green onions, miltomate (small green tomatoes), sesame seeds, pepitas, flour/masa (traditionally used, must be omitted), cooking oil, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Request no rice or tortillas. Verify the sauce is thickened naturally by blending the vegetables/seeds, or with very minimal keto-friendly thickener (if any), but definitely NO flour or masa.
Watch out for
Traditional thickening agents (flour, masa), starchy vegetables, and rice/tortillas served alongside.
Macros are estimates for a typical serving and vary by restaurant. Confirm ingredients with staff, especially if you have allergies. Our ingredient lists are generated automatically and describe how a dish is typically made.
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